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Govt. bets on mega farms to boost food security, create jobs

Apr 01, 2026 3 mins read
Govt. bets on mega farms to boost food security, create jobs

The Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MoAL) is investing in large commercial projects such as Chirub Farms and the Yarjugang Open-Air Prison (OAP) Farm to reduce food imports and keep up with rapid urbanisation.

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